You're already on the right track by going back to the basics to take a first year course in it. If you are lucky enough to get access to 35mm or even S16 sync sound film cameras and to shoot double system, I'd say go for it. Odds are good the school got rid of their film gear a while ago but if not, cut your teeth on film stock before going straight to digital. Just for the experience. Cause once you leave, it may be tough to get the opportunity to work on film.